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Rydal Penrhos School

At a glance

A co-educational school on the North Wales coast with Methodist roots: the IB or A-levels in the sixth form and one of the strongest sailing programmes among British schools.

Location
Colwyn Bay, Wales, United Kingdom
Age
Ages 11–18
Programmes
IBA-levelGCSETrial termSailing

Key facts

  • Formed by the merger of Rydal School and Penrhos College
  • An IB World School: the IB or A-levels in the sixth form
  • Known for its strong sailing academy
  • A seaside location in Colwyn Bay, between Snowdonia and the coast
  • Sixth-form boarding returns from September 2026

Programme

  • GCSE
  • A-levels
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma

Who it suits

Students looking for a small, friendly school by the sea with a choice between the IB and A-levels — and keen sailors. We confirm boarding and trial-term options for international students with the school for each family.

Fees

Fees depend on age and format. We will confirm current figures with the school.

Details are provided for guidance and are based on information published by the school; fees and dates change every year — we confirm them for each family.

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